Ikon

    Ikon

    • Race
    • Speed
    • Versatility

    The Ikon is a lightweight cross-country racing and MTB tyre designed for speed and reliability in a wide range of conditions.

    • Predictable handling
    • 3C Triple Compound technology for insane grip
    • Puncture-resistant thanks to EXO Protection options
    • Lightweight MTB racing tyre
    • High-volume off-road cycling tyre
    • Designed for speed
    • Tubeless ready

    Recommended installation: Front or Rear

    Specs

    Tyre Size
    Etrto
    Tpi
    Bead
    Technology
    27.5
    27.5X2.20
    56-584
    120
    Foldable
    3CS/EXO/TR
    29
    29X2.20
    57-622
    60
    Foldable
    EXO/TR
    29X2.20
    57-622
    60
    Foldable
    EXO/TR/TANWALL
    29X2.20
    57-622
    120
    Foldable
    3CS/EXO/TR
    29X2.20
    57-622
    60
    Foldable
    3CS/EXO/TR/TANWALL
    29X2.35
    60-622
    120
    Foldable
    3CS/EXO/TR
    29X2.60
    66-622
    120
    Foldable
    3CS/EXO/TR

    Performance Ratings

    Mud Grip

    Cornering Ability

    Rolling Resistance

    Lightweight

    Puncture Resistance

    Who rides the Maxxis Ikon?

    Becci Skelton
    Mountain biking elite and Ninja Warrior contestant Becci Skelton chooses the Maxxis Ikon on the rear depending on the weather, terrain, and type of race she participates in.

    Ikon Tyre Test Results

    If you're looking for MTB or XC tyres, look to tyre tests for advice.

    Mountain Bike Rider
    The narrow tread is quite low-profile but it doesn’t feel like this once riding, proving itself really composed on rough sections of trail, even in wet conditions. You don’t feel as if you’re going to wash out carrying speed into a turn and the rubber just seems to stick to the trail. Braking traction is equally impressive, even on roots and loose surfaces.” – Jamie Darlow, MBR.co.uk, October 2014

    MTBR
    MTBR.com awarded the Maxxis Ikon tyre an astounding verdict of 4.5/5:
    “Versatility is the word that comes to mind when riding and testing the Maxxis Ikon. While not blessed with the same extreme low rolling resistance as the Kenda Saber Pro, Vittoria Mezcal, or Schwalbe Racing Ralph, the Maxxis Ikon was generally more confidence-inspiring in a wider variety of terrain.

    …Bottom line, while not the fastest tyre in this test, the Maxxis Ikon is arguably the best overall tyre among the group if you’re looking for an option that won’t slow you down on XC race day, but can also hold its own on more aggressive trail rides. Indeed, I’d even consider mounting a fatter version of this tyre on the rear wheel of my trail bikes because it will roll reasonably fast on long climbs, but not be too sketchy on the way back down.” – Jason Sumner, Reviews.MTBR.com, September 2018

    BikeRadar
    BikeRadar.com reviewed the Maxxis Ikon back in 2013, and awarded the tyre 4/5:
    “A fast and grippy tyre, perfect for squeezing just enough grip from the 29er footprint to make it viable. The Ikon’s tread design was made for the 29er platform. Shallow, closely spaced knobs, a large volume and superb weight add up to a comfy but rocket-fast tyre. It shines as the larger footprint gives it surprising levels of grip for trail riding under most conditions… It’s particularly well suited to trail centres, and the supple carcass makes it predictable on roots and loose rock… On the back it ticks all the boxes and gives your bike a light and fast feel.

    We tested the top-of-the-range model with triple compound and reinforced sidewalls – and an appropriate price tag – but you can pick a cheaper version up, and it will still serve you extremely well.” – Andy McCandlish, BikeRadar.com, May 2013

    Singletracks.com
    The Maxxis Ikon is a great tyre for XC racers who prefer trading off a couple seconds on the climb for several more seconds in the corners and on the descents. Besides, everyone knows that’s the fun part of mountain biking anyway.” – Jeff Barber, Singletracks.com, January 2014

    Ikon Tyre: User Reviews

    Sometimes the best tyre reviews come from riders just like you.

    Rider, ChainReactionCycles.com, January 2019:
    “Happily trust these for multi-day racing, but word of caution, always opt for the 3C sidewall protection, the same tyre without it seems prone to sidewall cuts.” 

    Rider, ChainReactionCycles.com, March 2018:
    “This tyre is super grippy and strong for those rocky sections of track. These tyres are awesome, if you have never tried them for XC, try them. Trust me.” 

    Rider, ChainReactionCycles.com, April 2017:
    “My Yeti SB95 came with Ikon on the rear and once I had worked out the correct tyre pressure for it, it really did the job it’s intended for; it grips, climbs and descends amazingly.” 

    Rider, ChainReactionCycles.com, September 2016:
    “This is a fast-rolling lightweight tyre that’s great for summer conditions. [The 3C version] is more robust than the ‘base’ tyre, two of which I managed to trash in no time at all. The slightly heavier construction in the ‘EXO’ is well worth the additional weight – it’s a whole lot tougher.

    Grip is surprisingly good (mine is a 29-er) for such a skimpy-looking tyre. It won’t handle winter gloop particularly well, but from spring to autumn it’s fine. I run it on the rear only – I prefer something a bit more substantial up front – but if you’re a XC-whippet, then run them front and back.

    I converted this to tubeless a while back: it isn’t *officially* a tubeless tyre, but it works fine that way. I really like this tyre in spite of the price tag.”

    Technology

    Technology

    EXO

    An extremely cut-resistant and abrasion-resistant material added to the sidewalls of select mountain tires. This densely woven fabric is also lightweight and highly flexible, ensuring that the performance of the tire remains unaffected. Choose EXO Protection for exceptionally rocky, treacherous trails where the chance of sidewall cuts and abrasions is high.

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    Tubeless Ready

    Tubeless downhill set-ups are a great way to shave some weight and spend more time in the bike park or shuttling hot laps on your local runs. Sealant-compatible rubber is used with the familiar Maxxis dual-ply 60 TPI downhill construction and butyl insert for support and rim protection in order to offer the benefits of increased grip and reliability. A Tubeless Ready bead securely locks to the rim and the foldable bead provides additional weight savings.

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